What is Light?
What is light?
Light is a form of energy that allows us to see the world.
How does light travel?
Light travels in straight lines.
What is reflection?
Reflection is when light bounces off a surface.
What is absorption?
Absorption occurs when light hits an object and is taken in.
What is transmission?
Transmission is when light passes through an object.
Name one type of light we cannot see.
Ultraviolet light or infrared light.
What happens when light hits an object?
It can be reflected, absorbed, or transmitted.
Name an object that reflects light.
Why do dark colors absorb light?
Dark colors absorb more light than light colors.
Name a clear object.
Glass
What are waves?
Waves are how light travels through different materials.
What is a flashlight?
A device that emits light in a straight line.
Why do mirrors shine?
Mirrors shine because they reflect light back to our eyes.
Give an example of a light absorber.
A black shirt.
How does frosted glass behave?
It scatters light, making it harder to see through it.
How does light help us see?
Light reflects off objects and enters our eyes, allowing us to see.
Can light bend?
Yes, light can bend when it passes through different materials.
What happens to light on calm water?
Light reflects off the surface, creating a clear image.
Absorbed light is converted into heat energy.
Why can we see through a window?
Because the glass allows light to pass through.
Why do we see a rainbow?
A rainbow occurs when light is refracted and reflected in water droplets.
What is refraction?
Refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another.
How do we see our reflection?
We see our reflection because light bounces off the mirror back to our eyes.
Why does a black shirt feel warmer?
It absorbs more light and converts it into heat.
What is the difference between transparent and opaque?
Transparent objects allow light to pass through, while opaque objects do not.